Location: Vers-chez-les-Blanc, Lausanne, Switzerland
Work model: On site
Contract type / duration: Internship – 6 months
Start date: ASAP

Be a force for good and transform your potential into something extraordinary.

As a Packaging Materials Intern at Nestlé Research, your mission is to investigate how an oxygen-scavenging coating can improve the long-term performance of packaging materials. You will make a difference by collaborating closely with packaging scientists, material specialists and laboratory experts. This is your opportunity to make an impact while gaining hands on experience and mentorship to kick-start your career.

How you’ll make an impact as a Packaging Materials Intern

• Confirming the oxygen-scavenging action of an innovative coating used in packaging materials.

• Generating laboratory data on how temperature and humidity influence the oxygen-scavenging rate.

• Evaluating the scavenging capacity of the material to support reliable packaging performance over time.

• Building a model to simulate the evolution of oxygen transmission through coated packaging materials.

• Identifying potential scavenging mechanisms through analytical techniques such as fluorescence oxygen sensing, thermal analysis, infrared spectroscopy and oxygen transmission rate testing.

What will make you successful

• Current student or fresh graduate in material science or a relevant field, and an interest in packaging materials, coatings and oxygen barrier performance.

• Being comfortable working in a laboratory environment, with a careful, curious and safety-conscious approach.

• Having an analytical mindset and, as a plus, previous exposure to fluorescence oxygen sensing, thermal analysis, infrared spectroscopy or oxygen transmission rate testing.

• Bringing fluency in English; French is an asset.

• Demonstrating courage, collaboration, speed and continuous learning.

At Nestlé Research, we place people at the heart of everything we do.

Our benefits are designed to support your growth and wellbeing, so you can thrive at work and in life:

• Flexible working options, including hybrid work possibilities (for office-based roles)

• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career

• Healthcare contribution and access to the Employee Assistance Program

• Attractive employee discounts across various products and services

What to expect from our hiring process

We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations if needed. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

The hiring process typically includes a video interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer. We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially.

Stay vigilant: Nestlé will only contact candidates via official company email addresses and will never ask for payments or sensitive personal information at any stage of the hiring process.

Ready to start your career journey with us?

Apply now and transform your potential into something extraordinary.